1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 264 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Volante | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
